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Compiled by Erica Batten

Pritchard Memorial Baptist

Yard sale: Proceeds go to Honduras mission trip. 8 a.m.-noon June 2. 1117 South Blvd. www.pritchardmemorial.com.

Charlotte Film Society

Film and discussion: Director Julian Schnabel’s “Miral.” Following the film, a discussion will be led by Rose Hamid, former president of the Muslim Women of the Carolinas. $8. 3 and 7:30 p.m. June 2 at Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Road. www.charlottefilmsociety.com.

Shiloh Institutional Baptist

Gospel talent show: “Glorifying God With Your Gift” talent and fashion show. 4-6 p.m. June 2. 2400 Greenland Ave. 704-393-2065; www.mysibc.org.

University City United Methodist

Community lunch: Free hot dog lunch. All are welcome. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. June 2. 3825 West W.T. Harris Blvd. www.ucumc.org.

N.C. Stop Human Trafficking

Training sessions: All levels of experience. 6-8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays or 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays at Good Shepherd United Methodist, 13110 Moss Road. Reservations required. www.ncstophumantrafficking.wordpress.com.

New Covenant Bibleway Church

Car wash fundraiser: Proceeds go to youth conference. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. June 2 at Burger King, 2601 Beatties Ford Road.

Youth conference kickoff: “Joy Night.” Free. 7:30 p.m. June 8. 1321 Capps Hill Mine Road. www.glow2012.org.

Concert: The Charlotte Bronze Handbell Ensemble will perform “Eclectic Bronze: An Evening of Handbells at Their Best.” Free; offering accepted. 7:30 p.m. June 4. 1117 South Blvd. www.charlottebronze.org.

Mayan Productions

Performance: Peachanda DuBose’s “The Devil Thought He Had Me.” 7 p.m. June 7 at CPCC’s Pease Auditorium, 1206 Elizabeth Ave. www.mayanproductions.net.

St. Paul United Methodist

Holy Spirit Sunday: Worship and special music on the lawn. Dress casually in red. Picnic follows service. 10:30 a.m. June 3. 2830 Dorchester Place. www.stpaulcharlotte.org.

Trinity Presbyterian

Summer worship schedule: Worship service will be at 10 a.m. Sundays, June 3-Sept. 2. Fellowship followed by study time, 9 a.m. 3115 Providence Road. www.trinitypreschurch.org.

Ebenezer Baptist

Zumbathon: Co-sponsored by the National Association of University Women in honor of the National Day of Caring. 2:30 p.m. June 2. 2020 W. Sugar Creek Road. 704-598-2219; www.ebccharlotte.org.

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

Shepherding workshop: Dr. Tim Laniak will share from his experience interviewing Bedouin shepherds, exploring the primary metaphor used for leadership throughout Scripture. 8:30 a.m. June 13. 14542 Choate Circle. www.gordonconwell.edu.

Pleasant Hill Baptist

Vacation Bible school: 6:30 p.m. June 11-15. Light dinner at 6 p.m. 517 Baldwin Ave. 704-376-1201.

Shepherd’s Center South and East

Classes for seniors: Summer Adventures in Learning. Classes on bridge, creative writing, wellness, crafts, more. June 14, 21 and 28 at Central United Methodist, 6030 Albemarle Road. Register by June 7 at www.sceast.org.

Doers of the Word Christian Fellowship

Mentoring session: Gifts of God, the church’s foster care and adoption ministry, invites foster and adopted youth and young adults for a session with guest facilitator Donna Lee Reed. Businesswoman and founder of Teach Boys and Girls Success, Reed will share how she overcame her adoption issues. Breakfast included. Free. Registration required. 10 a.m.-noon June 16 at CMC-Steele Creek, 13640 Steelecroft Parkway. www.doersofthewordcfc.org.

Unity of Charlotte

Bingo: Fun, snacks, fellowship, raffles, door prizes, and cash prizes. 7 p.m. June 9. 401 E. Arrowood Road. www.UnityofCharlotte.org.

Derita Church

Festival and concert: Derita Alive! Music, food, family fun. 3 p.m. June 3. Testify Youth Choir concert, 6 p.m. Free admission. 2230 W. Sugar Creek Road. www.deritachurch.org.

St. John Neumann Catholic

Mass: Graduates will be honored. 5 p.m. June 10. 8451 Idlewild Road. Graduates who would like to be recognized at the Mass and celebration, contact Jennifer McDermott at 704-535-4197.

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Lake Norman

Meeting: Learn about Unitarian Universalism and the Lake Norman Fellowship. 9:45 a.m. June 3 at the Woodlawn School, 135 Woodlawn School Loop, Mooresville. membership@uulakenorman.com.

First Baptist, Mooresville

Children’s choir camp: Children in completed grades 1-6 will learn the Bible school musical “Amazing Wonders Aviation.” Music skills, recreation and refreshments will be provided daily. $30 includes T-shirt, snacks and CD. 9-11:30 a.m. June 18-22. Registration forms available at the church office. 150 S. Church St., Mooresville. 704-664-2324; www.fbcmooresville.com.

Rehobeth United Methodist, Terrell

Youth Sunday: The “Tale of Three Trees,” an all-youth service with drama and music dedicated to the possibilities of God’s plan for our lives. 8:45 and 10:45 a.m. June 3. 9297 Sherrills Ford Road, Terrell. www.rehobethumc.org.

Centre Presbyterian, Mooresville

Bible study: Beth Moore’s study on Revelation. 10 a.m. Tuesdays starting June 12. 129 Centre Church Road, Mooresville. To register or for more information, contact Judi Phelps at judileedesigns@bellsouth.net.

Liberty Baptist, Mooresville

Vacation Bible school: “Sonlight Express: Jesus and Me.” June 10-15. 171 Johnson Dairy Road, Mooresville. www.libertybaptistmooresville.com.

Independence Hill Baptist, Huntersville

Vacation Bible school: “Inside Out & Upside Down on Main Street.” Ages 4 through rising seventh graders. 6-8:30 p.m. June 18-22. 10220 Eastfield Road, Huntersville. Register at www.independencehill.org.

Cornelius Presbyterian

Vacation Bible school: “Sky: Everything is Possible With God.” Bible adventures, music, missions project and more for preschool through eighth grade. Adult Bible study also available. Dinner provided. 6-8:30 p.m. June 10-14. 21209 Catawba Ave., Cornelius. 704-892-5577.

Troutman Church of God

Christian rock concert: Refuge 182 presents Relentless Flood and 4Given Souls. Free. 7 p.m. June 9. 478 S. Main St., Troutman. 704-528-5175.

Salvation Army of Iredell County

Emergency assistance program: Financial and food assistance. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m.-noon Fridays at the Statesville office, 1361 Caldwell St., Statesville, and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Tuesday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday at the Mooresville office, 470 N. Broad St. Suite C, Mooresville.

Church programs: Adult Bible study, 6-7 p.m. Mondays. Youth character-building program, 5-7 p.m. Wednesdays. 704-872-5623; www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/commands/statesville.

Al-Anon

Family group: Al-Anon is an anonymous fellowship to help families and friends of those who have a problem with alcohol. “Starting Over” group meets 10-11 a.m. Wednesdays at Lake Norman Lutheran, 1445 N.C. 16 N., Denver, and 8-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Bethel Methodist, 7284 Campground Road, Denver. 704-489-8657.

First Baptist, Cornelius

Senior adults’ group: Interesting programs, fellowship, and travel. New people welcome. The Jolly Travelers meet at 10:30 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month. For more information, contact Margaret Schmith at 704-875-9306.

Stallings United Methodist

Vacation Bible school: The Bible comes to life as kids explore why nothing is impossible with God in “Sky VBS.” 6:15-8:30 p.m. July 8-13. 1115 Stallings Road, Stallings. www.stallingsumc.org.

Catawba United Methodist

Homecoming Sunday: Former pastor the Rev. M. Joe Parker will bring the message. A time of remembrance will be observed. Covered-dish meal follows service. 10:30 a.m. June 3. 207 E. Central Ave., Catawba. 828-241-4868.

Redeemer Lutheran, Gastonia

Summer schedule: One morning worship service starting June 3. 9:30 a.m. Sundays.

Vacation Bible school: June 8-10. 1915 S. New Hope Road, Gastonia. www.redeemergastonia.org.

Epworth United Methodist, Concord

Gospel concert: Sons of Thunder will perform. No admission fee. Reception to follow. 6 p.m. June 3. 1030 Burrage Road N. E., Concord. 704-786-6183.

All Saints Episcopal, Concord

Embroiderers Guild of America: Learn the art of hand embroidery. Correspondence courses from the national organization, expertise and support for all ability levels. Meetings monthly. 10 a.m. June 5. 525 Lake Road, Concord. 704-782-2024; www.allsaintsconcord.org.

Roberta United Methodist, Concord

Service: Testify Youth Choir will perform at 10 a.m. June 10. 3925 Cochran Road, Concord. 704-786-9215.

Epiphany Lutheran, Rock Hill

Discussion series: Pastor Rob Bell’s NOOMA videos explore spiritual perspectives on life experiences. 8 and 10:30 a.m. Sundays. 2370 W. Main St., Rock Hill. www.epiphany-rockhill.org.